First United Methodist Church 129 Miller Ave Portsmouth NH Sunday, August19, a.m.

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1 First United Methodist Church 129 Miller Ave Portsmouth NH Sunday, August19, a.m.

2 We Gather for Worship Prelude & Entrance of Christ s Light Invocation: (Psalm 95:6-7) O come, let us worship and bow down, let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker! For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand. O that today you would listen to his voice! Amen. *Call to Worship: L: Brothers and sisters, if you lift your net and it is empty, come here! P: We ll cast it out again into Christ s abundance. L: If you open your eyes but do not recognize the Holy One, come here! P: We ll find the Risen Christ in all Creation. L: If your life is filled with mourning, come here! P: Christ is leading a dance of joy. L: Come here, sisters and brothers! P: To give blessing and honor and glory to God! *Hymn: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling UMH #384 A Time for the Child in All of Us Prayer (unison): God of victory over death, your Son revealed himself again and again, and convinced his followers of his glorious resurrection. Grant that we may know his risen presence, in love obediently feed his sheep, and care for the lambs of his flock, until we join the hosts of heaven in worshiping you and praising him who is worthy of blessing and honor, glory and power, for ever and ever. Amen. Sung Response: Let it Breathe on Me UMH #503 Ministry of Music We Proclaim the Word Reading the Word: John 21:1-19 L: The Word of God for the People of God P: Thanks be to God. Message: Feeding God s Sheep Rev. Deb Hanson We Respond to God s Word *Hymn: Would I Have Answered When You Called TFWS #2137 Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer The Lord s Prayer (unison): Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not in temptation, but deliver us from evil, for Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen. Giving of Our Tithes and Offerings *Doxology: (Please join in singing the following) - UMH #95 Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below; Praise him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen. *Prayer of Dedication (unison): Thank you, God, for the gifts and ministries of your people. Grant that this offering given in thanksgiving for all the blessings you have given us will fill empty hearts with love and will proclaim your honor and glory in the name of Christ Jesus to all people. Amen. We Go Forth to Serve *Hymn: The Trees of the Field TFWS #2279 *Choral Benediction: (Congregation encircles the Sanctuary) May the Lord, gracious God bless and keep you forever. Grant you peace, perfect peace, courage in every endeavor. Lift up your eyes and seek His face, and His grace forever. May the Lord, mighty God bless and keep you forever. *Pastor s Charge Postlude *Please stand as you are comfortable Large print bulletins are available from the greeters

3 Welcome! Whether you are joining us for worship for the first time or after many years of attending here at First UMC, we want you to know that you are welcome! We are an inclusive community that invites everyone to be part of our church fellowship. Thank you for being here, and we hope that you have had a meaningful experience of worshiping our God so you leave this place feeling that you have been blessed to be a blessing. Please join us again! Rev. Deb Hanson New England Annual Conference Tri-State District The Rev. Sudarshana Devadhar, Bishop The Rev. James McPhee, District Superintendent KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS Brenda West Barbara Johns Trudy Parkhurst Barbara Millar Cynthia Drake Barbara Glidden Marion Collishaw Sue Goodhue Kim Hishop Hunter Pinkley Sylvia Bartlett BrianThompson Our church family Those in rehab and care facilities Our Sunday Worship Team Pastor - Rev. Dr. Debra J. Hanson Pastor s Assistant - David Richards ~ Liturgist - Scott Stevens Lay Leader - Susan Sarosiek Director of Music - Bevan Bloemendaal ~ Pianist - PaulaJ Jacobson Acolyte - Jan Cansdale Greeters - Marilyn Stebbins Ushers - Ken & Jenya Westbrook Ken Young Technician -Susan Sarosiek Worship Service Tech - Sue Richards Photographer - Dave Atkinson Secretary - PaulaJ Jacobson Salisbury Beach Christian Concerts every Wednesday 7-9 PM August 22 features Groovy Grace and Tenley Westbrook for more information ChristianFilmProductions.org

4 SIGN UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS Altar flowers this week are From the beauty of God s world for the people of God. Kevin Fickenscher & Suzanne Olbricht Be sure to check in on our Facebook page this morning! And check out all the updates on our church website Right after a time for the child in all of us Our Mission Outreach project is for the UMCOR Puerto Rico Disaster Fund Please use the red bucket for all your loose change. Come join us for coffee hour after the church service in Sanborn Hall we d love to catch up with you and see how your week has gone. NEW BULLETIN BOARDS The bulletin board just inside Sanborn Hall has been updated with all FUMC news and there is going to be another board added in Sanborn Hall to include Community News CHECK THEM OUT!

5 FUMC PORTSMOUTH A RECONCILING CONGREGATION We, the congregation of the First United Methodist Church of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, are dedicated to worshiping, learning, and serving with all people as we embrace Jesus Christ s message of love and acceptance. As a United Methodist Church we stand fully behind the statement Open Hearts, Open Minds, and Open Doors We celebrate our diversity and invite all persons regardless of age, gender, racial or ethnic background, sexual orientation, marital or socioeconomic status, nationality, physical or mental ability into full membership and participation in the life of this community of faith. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 129 MILLER AVENUE - PORTSMOUTH, NH Office Phone office@fumcportsmouth.net PASTOR - REV. DR. DEBRA J. HANSON New England Annual Conference Tri-State District The Rev. Sudarshana Devadhar, Bishop The Rev. James McPhee, District Superintendent Check out our website at Like and Follow Us On: